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In-store sales revenue remains on decline
December 7, 2022
The week of Black Friday marked the sixth consecutive week of in-store sales revenue declines for U.S. discretionary general merchandise with sales revenue 5…
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Increasing food costs driving retail consumers to spend less
November 21, 2022
The cost of living, from food costs to credit card bills, is playing a role in what consumers are doing when it comes to spending, according to a report from…
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Economy, finances top concerns for holiday shoppers
October 4, 2022
Nearly a third, 29%, of U.S. consumers are thinking about spending less this holiday season and spending is expected to be on par with 2021 levels.
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Consumer purchases on decline
May 27, 2022
A majority, eight out of 10, U.S. consumers plan to make changes when it comes to product spending in the next three to six months, and there are already signs…
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Retail momentum is all about shifting consumer demand
November 18, 2021
Retail revenue for the first week of November grew 18%, compared to the same time frame in 2019, and it's not due to panic purchasing behavior.
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Pandemic's end will bring big change to retail, claims retail strategist
May 12, 2021
As the U.S. pandemic restrictions continue to lift and consumers return to pre-COVD-19 behavior, there will be big implications for the retail industry.
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DIY efforts, recreation activity driving auto product sales
June 15, 2020
Warm weather, stay-at-home mandates and social distancing is proving to be a win for those selling automotive products as consumers are busy with DIY projects…
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